Malaysian PM Dissolves Parliament, Calls Snap Polls

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1. Bloomberg

   Malaysia PM Dissolves Parliament, Paving Way for Early Vote ↗ (opens Bloomberg)

   Published Oct 9, 2022

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   Malaysian Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob announced the dissolution of parliament on Monday, paving the way for elections this year as his ruling party seeks to strengthen its position following a run of successful local polls.

2. The Diplomat

   Malaysian PM Dissolves Parliament, Calls Snap Polls ↗ (opens The Diplomat)

   Published Oct 9, 2022

   Same headline from 3 more outlets

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   Amid feuding with its allies, the ruling UMNO party is banking on a decisive victory at elections expected to be held in early November.

3. Deutsche Welle

   Malaysia: PM dissolves parliament, triggering snap election | DW ↗ (opens Deutsche Welle)

   Published Oct 9, 2022

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   Ismail Sabri Yaakob's announcement comes amid government infighting and a waning public mandate. An election must be held within 60 days of the dissolution of parliament.

4. Digital Journal

   Malaysian parliament dissolved ahead of snap polls: PM ↗ (opens Digital Journal)

   Published Oct 9, 2022

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   Malaysia's prime minister announced the dissolution of parliament Monday, allowing for snap elections aimed at bringing political stability as the country

5. The Guardian

   Malaysia: PM dissolves parliament and calls early election amid political strife ↗ (opens The Guardian)

   Published Oct 9, 2022

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   Ismail Sabri Yaakob, who becomes shortest serving PM in Malaysian history, hopes to win stronger mandate for his party

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